Gael Monfils vs Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard | Round One | Australian Open 2025 Extended Highlights 🇦🇺

[@midlifecrisis3528]

For 38 years, monfils is moving unbelievably good. One of the best matches of the tournament so far.

[@gerardmensoif3272]

Son problème au talon est résolu, super nouvelle pour lui , maintenant c’est enchaîner les longs matchs qui risque de le flinguer

[@HonkyMonky]

@@gerardmensoif3272 Qui vivra verra 🙌

[@NamesAreRandom]

It's as much his ability to read Perricard as anything - if you always know where to run it's easier to get there.

[@magikpongiste]

@@NamesAreRandombut not necessary as fast as he does. He starts to run extremely fast for his age, and this proves his ability to read and move very quickly.

[@EtSlagFisse]

@@NamesAreRandom Monfils is so fast, he usually don't predict/commit to a side before the opponents has already hit the ball. He is one of the only players on the tour to do this, and it's only possible because he is lightning fast, and it requires one heck of a stamina.

[@DavidFregoli]

10 minutes highlights AO is coooking!!

[@tijgertjekonijnwordopgegeten]

AO is not cooking, eurosport is.

[@aleksa9957]

These are extended highlights,which should be way more.This should be the normal highlights

[@axch2983]

how easily they lower our standards in such a short span 😢

[@Rumblingbelly]

Has this been done before? Extended highlights when the tournament is still ongoing?

[@serhatparlak566]

Monfils mobility is unbelievable

[@mathieugiroux6407]

it's funny he always looks exhausted after each point (usually it begins in the third set) it scares me idk if it's an act cuz he runs a lot ^^

[@UnknownGh0st]

@@mathieugiroux6407Lol don’t be tricked by this 😂 he has been doing this for 20 years . Don’t get it twisted he’s in elite condition

[@stefanmarian6109]

Svitolina gives him good medication😅

[@papucradu2751]

@@mathieugiroux6407 it's the same thing that Novak does..pretending to be exausted after every point, pretty annoying to be fair but who am I to judge.

[@ChKo-ip5in]

Very happy to see Monfils play and play on this high level! Congratulation and good luck for the tournament! Monfils showed his young teammate, that he's still one of the best french player - with 38 years! Perricard has to train smash!

[@horstfleischmann10]

Exactly. If he had won the first set with the smash he missed I think he would have won this match.

[@matekovacs4228]

The third set was basically a gift in exchange for the first, what a gentleman Monfils is!

[@olegturcan8066]

I love both players. From younger players Perricard is my favourite, but today I am glad Monfils won, so we can see him play in his last years and Perricard will have his time in near future. 😉 Movement of Monfils at 38 is fascinating.

[@robertd9965]

That one-hander is an absolute joy to watch. Hope Mpetshi Perricard continues making ever more waves because his style really enriches the tour!

[@KCNwokoye]

Wow what an incredible match. Gael played smart. No break point wow!

[@vasilisneorun1700]

Best match so far....Didnt expect this...Kudos to the mature fighter Monfils

[@3Wizards]

Thanks for the great highlights!

[@NutriwellnessTraining]

Quel match messieurs ! Bravo à vous deux et mention spéciale pour Monfils...super joueur, sympa et charismatique. Merci

[@patrikmarflak6559]

Honestly, this is one of the least expected first round results. I thought Monfils wouldn't have much left in him after winning Auckland (correction, I have mistaken it with Adelaide) and I would totally bet on Perricard if I was betting. But I couldn't be more wrong. Superb performance against the young monster with great form and killer serve. Some interesting stats: Perricard is usually above 80 percent in 1st serve points won, but today he was only at 74. How did Monfils return so many 200+ km/h bombs? Also his own serve was super impressive, hit only one ace less than Perricard and even with 16 double faults he faced zero break points, it's quite unbelievable (superb timing of those DFs lol). But the most impressive stat is probably the unforced errors. If we exclude the DFs, he only missed 18 shots during rallies over 5 sets and almost 4 hours of play. Not many players can be that solid in such a long match. Hope he has enough energy to win a few more matches. He's been playing some of his best tennis this year at 38 and I am really happy for him.

[@petehantzios6146]

I'm so happy for Monfils, first time seeing him playing so mature, and managing to cross the finish line beside the difficulties. It seems to me that he has improved on his two greatest shortcomings his mental fortitude and his stamina. Also very impressed by Perricard, if he stays healthy, future holds a lot for him.

[@HS1-1]

If you watched Monfils in Auckland* (not Adelaide) then I don't think this is a surprise at all, he was playing great & I found it odd so many people were tipping GMP (great player & in form don't get me wrong, but Monfils has experience+form going in).

[@tennisfitapp]

The oposite! When player wins a tournament he feels confident!!! I bet on Monfils!! 😅

[@patrikmarflak6559]

@HS1-1 Thanks for the correction, he won Adelaide title in 2022, but this year it was Auckland, sorry I messed up. It is a surprise for me, even knowing and seeing his form at that tournament. He had very little time for preparation and rest after last week and he looked exhausted in some of the Auckland matches, especially in the semifinal against Basavareddy. So I had no doubts about his form, but I didn't expect him to be physically ready for winning slam matches after the long successful week, especially against such a strong first round opponent. Hope his body can take him to the second week because the form and confidence are definitely at very high levels.

[@patrikmarflak6559]

@@tennisfitapp Normally I would agree. But at 38 and with his style, that's not very aggressive and he plays a lot of neutral and defensive points and long rallies, it is definitely very impressive.

[@andrewmay1171]

One of the best matches in the history of the Australian Open. This is bound to become a classic.

[@shaunmoran9004]

I hadn’t seen this coming. Well done le Monf! He really is a sublime athlete, moves incredibly well at the moment!

[@MrTigerW22]

What a lovely game!!

[@gberchier]

Impressionnant... bravo! C'est pas forcément ceux qui tapent le plus fort, heureusement, qui gagnent ! C'est un peu ce qui différencie les deux dernières générations de joueurs : la stratégie contre la puissance. Ce qui n'enlève rien à la classe de Perricard. Mais là Gaël, chapeau l'artiste !

[@excalibur-w9c]

As someone who doesn't like GMP at all (personally, so all good), but Monfils does, very much so, I see it like this: you just can't like him I think... It put a smile on my face when I saw that he was 3-1 up in the last set and won the first two. I really like his victory! Keep it up, you're definitely the winner of hearts for me! You're putting Gruntbert, Moutet and all the French fans who don't like to be seen at the French Open, i.e. France, in a good light again!

[@thenowschool]

Many say the golden era of tennis is over. I disagree, a new one is already here. Incredible match.

[@fwvw7056]

What a monumental effort by Monfils in the hot sun after a full week of tennis already. Much respect.

[@angelheart4366]

Great match from both players, and stunning form for Monfils, that is reminiscent of his best performances of 15 years ago.

[@nathanduvall5951]

Wow, what. A. Match. Bravo to both unbelievable talents

[@phoenix-records]

Extraordinaire match et je suis heureux que Monfils l'emporte

[@Dankmemecatfoundation]

Amazing! Well done both of them and super happy for Gael.

[@candelas31]

Such a pitty they have played against each other, I would be happy to see them both later on in this tournament.

[@KCNwokoye]

Monfils had two match points in the third set and didn't convert so they played another two sets as a result. Perricard struggles with very tall players who move well. They can absorb his serve. Nothing more intoxicating than these applause and cheers from fans ha!

[@charoythomas8727]

Vous faites plaisir à voir les deux 😍😍 congrats Gaël !!

[@dsavkay]

Best match of the tournament so far GO MONFILSSSSS 💯

[@ivosabljak7290]

Very happy that Gael made it. When he will finish his career, tennis will lose one of its most extraordinary facies bringing smiles and purest joy. 😊 Congratulations for Giovanni. We will no doubt hear more about this very promising young man. 👏🏻 Allez, Messieurs! 💪🏿🇨🇵

[@alessio0441]

Monfils's matches are never boring! 38 years old and still play like this

[@Nataliia-f2r]

Один з кращих тенісистів світу.Дивитися гру Гаеля одне задоволення.Вітаємо з перемогою.

[@jimnosnow4484]

Phenomenal match. Bravo to both guys, thoroughly enjoyed that

[@juna8796]

Absolute scenes Jeff! Look like GMP wasn’t Hitting as big as normal, The smash set point Summed it up for him today

[@eriknovak9360]

Wow, what a great match! 😊 Happy for Gael.

[@MrClebophd]

Some matches are decided by one singular point. The smash on set point in the first set tie-break. It was really strong to fight back after that. A lot of players would have given up.

[@alfiomartins5390]

Gael always a joy to watch at 38. I am his supporter

[@markpurcell7236]

What a match! Two such likeable players, shame they had to face each other so early

[@matekovacs4228]

Monfils looks like playing weekend tennis, but he can accelerate :D

[@dannywhite9975]

6:31 that "twineer volley lob" from GMP is ridiculously good 😮

[@romainzaragoza4098]

yes but some will still say he is a serve bot only

[@dannywhite9975]

No matter what they say u know d kid has great potential

[@IgorLeonidovich]

Congrats Gael Monfils🤝💯🔝bravo best of the best, king👑powerful let's gooo 💪👍🔥👏🎾🇲🇫🤝🇺🇦

[@husseindawood1128]

If Perricard improves his volley and overall net play, he will be a force to be reckoned with. Great match!

[@zkouyate7800]

Monfils his backhand has improved massively!

[@88leglaude]

la classe la monf'!!! waouhh!

[@erganatduisenbai9829]

У перрикарда на самом деле подача невероятный ни разу не подведил мой фаворит перрикар но Монфис это легенда за свой 38 лет он двигаеться 20летний пацан я рад Монфиса✊🏻👏🏻

[@jpcgordon]

Absolute legend!

[@diegofrancescocalvisi6935]

Two exceptional players! It was unfortunate that Perricard had to leave the AO; I hope both could advance to the next round.

[@tenisinsider]

Just outstanding

[@elmargico9858]

Maximum Respect to Monfils...Tre bien;)🎉

[@yandrak6134]

WOW WHAT A MATCH

[@Listosondabeat]

This match should have been the Finale 🔥🔥

[@ЕгорПономаренко-ь1ц]

Просто Красень, Евеліна може бути гордою за Гаеля... 🎉

[@kewsiyehboah9514]

Giovanni Must Practice Overhead Smash..🙏.. Gael Forever Young.. 38 Years - Young.. 💪..

[@akgo2684]

Monfils has a huge heart and huge lungs!!!

[@enginduzu]

What a match! 🎾🔥

[@Niks7W]

Damn i love this guy

[@Bigobe244]

To people who say Perricard is a servebot.. just look at the athleticism in this match.

[@Martingéneau]

bravo a tous les deux

[@hiphop2846]

Mpetshi on l'entend s'encourager avec des " vamos " alors qu'il est francais 😂😂😂 du grand n'importe quoi !

[@nortexoid]

What a battle!

[@GlennSmith-o1x]

Great match by both players.

[@simonhollermann]

I'd really love to see him winning this tournament

[@hita111]

Epic both Perri and Monfils

[@JohnyStrombolli]

Absolute legend

[@einoheikkila8045]

Incredible match! I was a bit sceptical how Monfils would keep up with the highly skilled teenager, but he pulled through with precision and stamina.

[@albertozabeo77]

Perricard my new favourite player

[@tayebouali4218]

Great Great great match ! Giovanni Mpetchi Perricard had the first set in his racket but Gael Monfils always bringing back one extra ball, such a fighter! GMP should improve his net play

[@guidoheemskerk6611]

Surprised to see you’re the only one talking about gmp’s net play. He doesn’t put away easy balls at the net

[@hughan00]

Missing that sitter on set point is going to serve as a valuable lesson to GMP. Momentum changed completely there and then.

[@tennisfitapp]

What a match and I did bet on Monfils!! What an effort at 38!! 😅🥳🚀🎉 aleee

[@zajdlos4652]

Monfils is simply beast👍👍

[@gazetronix]

Very nice 👍

[@kingston4313]

If you can return a serve-bot serve, that is half the battle won.

[@fred3r1k]

Opelka left the chat

[@0kos.]

No,its whole battle won.

[@EvilestGem]

You can't deny the man.

[@infiernoinfierno9659]

When Monfils plays consistent-defensive tennis can reach a top ten tennis level

[@s.r2350]

Monfils is a legend

[@ammarhassan469]

This match should be held on a big court

[@michielpoortvliet3003]

You mean like a footballfield?

[@mickaelb5905]

Incroyable, Monfils c'est Highlander

[@harryedwards9318]

Well done Gael he wasted too much energy making the constant fists 😊

[@alfasud1972]

One of the matches you would wish both could win, both incredible good and humble players, Perricard should practice on his volley puttaways a bit more, a great player with incredible one-handed backhand.

[@tobiaskluke7094]

I wish Gael had had a more spectacular career. Being around the same age as Murray, I always thought he had more talent, but he got injured a lot. Imagine HIM being one of the big four, being the entertainer he is…

[@Durnyful]

V good win 👍

[@c-hope4741]

now tgat is one crazy match

[@tims.2832]

Olala, quel match.

[@jean-baptistegoupillon4795]

Gaël en 5 sets incroyables 🎉🎉

[@hiphop2846]

Mpetshi on l'entend s'encourager avec des " vamos " alors qu'il est francais 😂😂😂 du grand n'importe quoi !

[@jean-baptistegoupillon4795]

@@hiphop2846 pas le seul malheureusement parmi les jeunes joueurs français ...

[@hiphop2846]

@@jean-baptistegoupillon4795 tellement...

[@shaunbuchanan9070]

Monfils is a Wizard.

[@abraxas194]

Très beau match même si Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard était particulièrement tendu. Ses coups droits étaient souvent beaucoup trop courts pour déborder Gaël Monfils.

[@joaolemos5915]

Had the same feeling, total opposite of João Fonseca today

[@NORWAYORNOWAY]

Amazing! Allez Monfils!

[@JamesFrancis-bx3bh]

amazing match but why didnt you shwo the break in fifth set???

[@КолинМакрей-т1т]

Лучший поединок пока на турнире ,Монфилс респект 🎉🎉🎉

[@joseruizmartinez9091]

Battle o Titans!!! 😮😮😮

[@alexblats]

GMP is still developing his game while monfils played incredibly well!

[@Why-I-Oughta]

Well done to the _young boy_ Monfils for beating a meta character.

[@gugolero]

A este ritmo en el tenis van a tener que poner la red como en badminton

[@betguy4718]

6:34 " what a point " j’adore les deux joueurs français

[@goalchamp1439]

Let’s go Gael!

[@chapeauvelu]

Kudos LaMonf'!!

[@nothingisreal6345]

Great fight of two elegant players. At the end Perricard was out of fuel.

[@betguy4718]

5:13 😊😊 "yaa"

[@simondalton-vr9vw]

We must not lose this one hander, stan w needs to hand the torch to s'one, and monfils ,,,,go on my son!

[@edoardocippitelli4158]

This match was something different

[@cristianovia]

Wow!

[@javenue]

So happy for Monfils and so sad for Giovanni. Now Monfils is very tired and more likely will not go deep. He should have won it in 3 sets.

[@rustem1404]

Epic